Historical Events
- John Blockx's opera "Baldie" premieres in Antwerp
Famous Birthdays
- Hopper Levett, English cricket wicket-keeper (1 Test, 3 dismissals; Kent CCC), born in Goudhurst, England (d. 1995)
- Howard Wendell, American actor (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, How to Murder Your Wife), born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania (d. 1975)
- Lord Iliffe, English publisher (Coventry Evening Telegraph/Autocar), born in Coventry, United Kingdom (d. 1960)
Famous Deaths
- Ouida [Maria Louise Ramé], English writer (under Two Flags), dies of pneumonia at 69
Died in 1908 1908 Highlights
About January 25, 1908
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 116 years, 5 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius